Kerr County had discussed buying such things as water gauges and sirens after previous flood disasters. But as with many rural Texas counties, cost was an issue.

When too much rain falls for the ground to absorb, it runs downhill, pulled by gravity into streams, creeks and rivers.

More than 111 people have died across six counties after flash flooding from heavy rain began affecting the state last week.

Catastrophic flooding struck central Texas on Friday as the Guadalupe River surged by more than 20 to 26 feet within 90 minutes, causing widespread devastation and forcing mass evacuations in Texas Hill Country. At least 80 people have been killed in the floods while others remain missing or displaced and more than 850 people required rescuing.

At least 27 campers and counselors were killed at Camp Mystic during the devastating Texas floods. Some are still missing.

Maranatha Bible Camp affirms its strong safety protocols and low flood risk as it stands in prayerful support of Texas flood victims.

The state has identified more than $50 billion in flood control needs. But lawmakers have devoted just $1.4 billion to address them.